Awards - Jim Reid, Outstanding Contribution to Growth of Life Sciences in Scotland

Jim Reid has made an outstanding contribution to the industry in Scotland through achievements which have enhanced Scotland’s growing reputation as a global leader in the commercialisation of life sciences technology.

Rhona Allison, senior director of Life Sciences at Scottish Enterprise, said, “Jim is a very valuable asset to the Scottish Life Sciences community and I am delighted he is this year’s winner of the Outstanding Contribution to the Growth of Life Sciences in Scotland award. He is a strong supporter of the life sciences industry and a well known ambassador for Scotland giving his time and support for the benefit of the wider community across the sector.”

Jim commented, "Having worked in the industry for almost 35 years, it is a real honour to receive this prestigious award from my peers. Scotland has a world class life sciences industry and I am focused on ensuring that this position continues and that the country benefits fully from the quality science we have."

Jim developed his early career in blue-chip organisations in many parts of the world including Organon, Chiron and Hoffman la Roche, starting at the research bench and progressing to business management. He has since used his knowledge, experience and connections to contribute at many levels to the life sciences industry in Scotland. He has also been instrumental in the formation and development of more than ten companies in the sector.

Jim is now expanding his work with early stage life science companies, particularly through support and investment from his own company, ChimaeraBio, with the vision of creating sustainable life sciences businesses in Scotland.